BEYOND THE GLOW: A HOLISTIC EVALUATION INDEX SYSTEM FOR LIGHT POLLUTION
Abstract
Light pollution encompasses the adverse effects of light intrusion, characterized by excessive and misdirected artificial illumination. This phenomenon is not confined to specific geographical regions and is typified by various forms, including artificial daylight, visual pollution, and colored light pollution. The repercussions of light pollution reverberate through our daily routines, influencing activities ranging from animal migration to plant growth, as well as affecting biological rhythms